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Max K – How did we initially stop drinking?
Max K – How did we initially stop drinking?
Max K – How did we initially stop drinking?
Sunday 3rd August 2025
Join Max K on SoberQ as he shares his journey from alcoholism to finding joy in sobriety through AA's transformative programme.
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- Stopping drinking is only part of the challenge; staying stopped requires a greater power.
- AA meetings provide hope and support from long-term sober members.
- The first three steps in AA are crucial for managing cravings.
- Relapse can be a learning experience leading to stronger resolve.
- Daily routines like prayers and inventories help maintain sobriety.
"The simple thing that I'm waking up without guilt, shame and remorse, that's the best thing ever happened to me."
Max K, a guest on the SoberQ podcast, shares his heartfelt journey from battling alcoholism to embracing a fulfilling life in sobriety. Max candidly recounts his initial struggles with alcohol, where stopping seemed easy but staying stopped was the real challenge. His story is one many can relate to - the cycle of quitting only to pick up the bottle again.
Max explains how he found solace and strength in the Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) programme, which not only helped him stop drinking but also stay sober for over three years. Through AA meetings and the support of long-term sober members, Max discovered hope and happiness that he once thought impossible. With light humour and honesty, Max describes his path to recovery as a series of steps that changed his life.
He talks about the importance of the first three steps in the AA programme, which helped him manage cravings and understand the concept of physical allergy and mental obsession with alcohol. Despite a relapse after five months, Max learned valuable lessons and returned to AA with renewed determination. Max emphasises the significance of having an action plan, guided by a sponsor and grounded in the principles of AA.
His daily routine includes prayers and inventory checks that keep him centred and content. Max’s story is not just about quitting alcohol; it's about finding peace and purpose in life, waking up without guilt or shame, and cherishing each sober day. So why listen to Max’s story? Because it’s a testament to the power of community, perseverance, and self-discovery. It’s an inspiring tale for anyone struggling with addiction or seeking a path to a happier life.